Anthony Edwards’ ‘Ant Man’ moniker may have started as a simple play on his name, but there’s growing evidence that the 23-year-old guard might actually possess some superhuman powers.

Midway through the second quarter of Game 2 of the Minnesota Timberwolves Western Conference semifinal match-up against the Golden State Warriors, Edwards suffered what appeared to be a severe ankle injury. After attempting a lay-up, Golden State’s Trayce Jackson-Davis unintentionally planted his foot on Edwards’ left ankle in such an intense manner that the latter’s shoe left skid marks on the Target Center floor.

Edwards exited the game then headed to Minnesota’s locker room soon after. Many expected that he would sit out the rest of the contest at the very least. However, Edwards reemerged during the halftime break and started the third quarter for the Timberwolves. 

He looked hesitant at first, then turned it up in the fourth quarter. The three-time NBA All-Star scored 10 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter and also added nine rebounds, five assists, three steals, and a block.

Minnesota walked away with a 117-93 win that tied the series with the Warriors, who were without the injured Stephen Curry, at 1-1. It was a much needed win for the Timberwolves, especially with the best-of-seven match-up now shifting to the Bay Area for the next two games.

Though Edwards was able to shake off his injury and play out the rest of Game 2, it remains to be seen if his ankle will flare up overnight and put his status for Game 3 in jeopardy. Given his recent history though, he should have no problem at all suiting up for Minnesota in two days. During their first round series against the Los Angeles Lakers, Edwards tweaked his ankle as well while fighting for a loose ball with LeBron James yet similarly needed nothing more than a brief trip to the locker room to get himself right.

Edwards might be known around the NBA as Ant Man, but this nickname has never truly fit the bill for him. His high-flying on-court heroics are more resemblant of the flashy Superman and Spider-man and now, his seemingly other-worldly healing ability is reminiscent of the indestructible Wolverine and Cyborg. What’s certain is that he is a bona fide star and these Timberwolves are going to be a problem for the rest of the Western Conference for many years to come.

Durability is often a major concern when it comes to most star players, but for Edwards, injuries seem to be no problem at all for him and his extraordinary healing abilities.